Career in Pictures: Newcastle United legend Peter Beardsley

Merseyside switch

One year later, the 30-year-old was pursued by Liverpool’s arch-rivals Everton, before rubber stamping the move in August 1991 for a reported £1m.

Beardsley netted 25 goals in 81 appearances for The Toffees during his two-year spell at Goodison Park, although the club never finished higher than mid-table.